Welcome to Daily Musings! First, some context. While the word “daily” might leave some of you expecting a new entry every day, this will not be the case. The reason for using this word has more to do with the fact that I tend to “muse” about one topic or another (sometimes more than one) on a daily basis, but that does not necessarily translate to writing about these musings on a daily basis. I feel so much better getting that off my chest! Unlike my Spinning Tales blog, which is dedicated to stories, essays, humor, etc., the entries on this blog will be shorter and focused on memorable events and things that, on a daily basis, make me (us?) scratch our heads and say: What? Some of the entries might even evoke a slightly stronger response with a deeper head scratching ending in the loud exclamation: WTF?
Vocabulary.com states: “Use the adjective musing to describe something that’s reflective or thoughtful, like a musing diary entry that explores the meaning of life.” While at this point in time I may have given up on exploring the “meaning of life,” I was intrigued by their use of “musing diary entry.” It got me thinking about how a diary is different than a blog. I feel that many, but not all, blogs are for some the electronic version of a diary; a place where people can articulate, pontificate, verbally masturbate, educate, elucidate, vent, rant and, as I appear to have run out of “ate” words, spill their guts. For me, what makes a diary different than a blog is the audience. Diaries are normally intended to be read by the author and no one else. Unless, of course, you reach a level of fame, your diaries are discovered fifty years after your demise in an abandoned mine shaft, and made into a six episode TV mini series, with a title like: “John Doe: The Untold Story!” A blog, on the other hand, is meant to be shared. While a blog can be private, or shared with only a small select audience, most blogs are just “out there” and read by a great number of people many of whom are unknown to the author.
So, sit back, grab your libation of choice, and enjoy the ride. Feel free to leave a comment, and if you want to be kept in the loop when I post new entries, please subscribe at the bottom of the page and you will receive an email whenever I do. I promise that I will not sell your email addresses. The last thing you need is another solicitation about your expiring car warranty!
IS IT STILL GOOD?
How many of you smiled looking at this photo? I’ll wait! We have all been there, done that. The problem, though, with this method of “is it still good?” is that when you pour from the container there are always a few drops of milk that congeal around the top and after a few days, … Continue reading IS IT STILL GOOD?
what did you do this morning?
Rituals are a part of everyone’s lives. I realize that this is a rather bold statement, but if you stop to think about what your typical day entails, you will no doubt see that there are things that you do, tasks that you preform, places that you may go, that are repeated day in and … Continue reading what did you do this morning?
Family matters
The other night I was channel surfing, and an ad came on promoting a new FOX TV drama series, “Monarch,” starring Susan Sarandon and Trace Adkins. The first episode aired on Sept.11, 2022 and, roughly speaking, it is about a successful country music husband and wife, their family, secrets, jealousy, betrayal…well, you can probably guess … Continue reading Family matters
Your inner nerd!
It always surprises me a little when I meet someone new and in the process of them telling me a bit about themselves, they blurt out: “Yeah, basically I’m a total nerd!” While part of me is insulted; (Do You really think I wouldn’t have figured that out by now?) another part of me is … Continue reading Your inner nerd!
under the covers: can you dig it?
There is a long and storied tradition in the music world of artists “covering” other artists’ work. In some instances, this can be seen as a form of flattery to the original artist, depending on the circumstances of course, and other times not so much. I am sure everyone knows at least one original song … Continue reading under the covers: can you dig it?
Diversions Are Us
The other night I was relaxing and scrolling through the Internet when I came across this headline: “Michael Strahan snubbed live on air by co-star who REFUSES to hang out with him.” The publication in question is the U.S. Sun, which is essentially a tabloid newspaper featuring the “latest news exclusives” on sport, celebrities, entertainment, … Continue reading Diversions Are Us
Water Under Troubled Bridge
I am sure that almost everyone has heard the expression “my fifteen minutes of fame,” which actually derives from a line in a catalogue for a 1968 Andy Warhol exhibition: “In the future, everyone will be world famous for fifteen minutes.” I’m pretty certain that if Warhol is somehow looking at the world he left … Continue reading Water Under Troubled Bridge
Excuse Me, Do You Know What time It Is?
The other night I was running an errand in downtown Los Angeles and on my way home, just northeast of the downtown core of the city, I passed an area heavily populated with sidewalk tents of the homeless. Now, this is not new to me as I have been living in the area for the … Continue reading Excuse Me, Do You Know What time It Is?
Pet Peeves
I am pretty sure that the title alone is enough to elicit an audible groan from many of you and a hurried search for pen and paper. You’re not alone! Everyone has pet peeves, some more than others. When I sat down to write this, I wondered whether or not as one ages the number … Continue reading Pet Peeves
Musical Memories
“If music be the food of love, play on,” says Duke Orsinio in his opening line of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. And who can argue with that! Music is a very important part of my life, as I am sure it is for many people. While I do enjoy music as a background to whatever I … Continue reading Musical Memories
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